Associations to the word «Pinna»

Wiktionary

PINNA, noun. (anatomy) The visible part of the ear that resides outside of the head, the auricle.
PINNA, noun. (botany) A leaflet or primary segment of a pinnate compound leaf.
PINNA, noun. (zoology) A feather, wing, fin, or other similar appendage.

Dictionary definition

PINNA, noun. Division of a usually pinnately divided leaf.
PINNA, noun. The externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear.

Wise words

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